Rhubarb Bars

Rhubarb Bars

24 servings
Rhubarb bars with a shortbread crust and tangy rhubarb custard filling are a fun, easy spring dessert.

Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour
    1 ½ c
  • cold butter

    cubed

    ¾ c
  • powdered sugar
    ¼ c
  • eggs

    lightly beaten

    3 large
  • white sugar
    2 c
  • all-purpose flour
    ½ c
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • rhubarb

    diced

    4 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar. Using a pastry blender cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat the crumbs into a well greased 9 x 13 in baking pan. Bake the crust at for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.

  2. 2

    While the crust is in the oven, mix together eggs, sugar, flour, and salt. Gently stir in the diced rhubarb. Pour the rhubarb mixture over the hot crust.

  3. 3

    Return bars to the hot oven. Reduce oven temperature to 325° F and bake for 30-35 min or until the filling is set and no longer jiggly.

  4. 4

    Cool for 30 mins on the counter. Refrigerate and chill completely before cutting into bars.

Rhubarb Bars

Rhubarb Bars

4.8(113)180 min24 servings179 cal

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About this Recipe

Embrace the vibrant flavors of spring with these delightful Rhubarb Bars, a perfect balance of sweet and tangy in every bite. This classic dessert brings sunshine to your plate, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. What makes these bars truly special is the harmonious contrast between the buttery, tender shortbread crust and the bright, tangy rhubarb custard filling. This combination creates a memorable texture and flavor experience, elevating a simple fruit into an irresistible dessert. Prepare for a truly satisfying dessert experience. You'll bite into a rich, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread base, giving way to a velvety, slightly jiggly custard bursting with the tart, fruity essence of fresh rhubarb. The custard's vibrant tang perfectly complements the sweetness of the crust, creating a refreshingly balanced flavor profile. These bars offer a delightful chewiness from the rhubarb pieces suspended within the creamy filling, making each serving a wonderfully textured treat. While delicious as is, you can easily adapt these Rhubarb Bars. Consider adding a touch of ground ginger or cardamom to the filling for an extra layer of warmth, or a sprinkle of lemon zest for even more citrusy brightness. For those who enjoy a little extra crunch, toasted slivered almonds could be pressed into the shortbread crust before baking. These Rhubarb Bars are an excellent choice for spring potlucks, afternoon tea, or simply as a lovely end to a family meal. Serve them chilled, perhaps with a dusting of powdered sugar, to highlight their fresh flavors.

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